Town Planner

Town Planner
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

A well-regarded independent planning consultancy is looking to appoint a Town Planner to join its growing team based in Reading.

This is an excellent opportunity for a planner with 2-4 years' experience to join a specialist consultancy delivering high-quality planning advice on residential and mixed-use development projects across the UK. The practice supports clients throughout the entire planning process, from site appraisals and planning strategy through to applications, appeals and development plan promotion.

You will join a collaborative and experienced planning team, working on a diverse range of projects and gaining exposure to complex planning challenges across the South East and beyond.

The Role

As a Town Planner, you will support and manage a range of planning projects while working closely with senior colleagues and external consultants.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and managing planning applications and planning appeals

• Undertaking site appraisals, feasibility studies and planning research

• Supporting the development of planning strategies for residential and mixed-use developments

• Liaising with local authorities, consultants and key stakeholders

• Preparing planning statements and supporting documentation

• Assisting with Local Plan representations and site promotion work

• Contributing to client meetings and project delivery across multiple sites

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• 2-4 years' experience in town planning, ideally within consultancy or the private sector

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline

• Progress towards RTPI membership (MRTPI)

• A strong understanding of the UK planning system and development process

• Experience preparing planning applications and planning reports

• Strong written communication and analytical skills

• The ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced consultancy environment

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Performance-related bonus and benefits package

• Exposure to high-quality residential and strategic planning projects

• A supportive team environment with strong mentoring and development

• Career progression opportunities within a respected specialist consultancy

This role would suit a motivated Town Planner looking to develop their career within a specialist consultancy known for delivering practical and strategic planning advice on complex development projects.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.